Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
35-44 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
25%
Over 65
20%
Northport
Northport, AL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$997
Population
28,604
Renter Mix
37% Rent
A quiet suburban environment with easy access to Tuscaloosa’s collegiate action.
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Just across the Black Warrior River from Tuscaloosa, Northport offers small-town charm with big-city access. Main Avenue’s walkable stretch features local shops and cafes that give the area genuine character. Kentuck Park anchors the community, hosting the beloved Kentuck Festival of the Arts each October—one of the Southeast’s premier outdoor art gatherings. Bryant-Denny Stadium and the University of Alabama campus sit just minutes away, making game days part of the seasonal rhythm.
The rental market reflects Northport’s suburban appeal with townhomes, garden-style apartments, and single-family homes across established neighborhoods. Options range from studios to three-bedroom layouts, accommodating various lifestyles and budgets. With Tuscaloosa’s dining, entertainment, and employment opportunities just across the river, Northport provides a peaceful home base with its own distinct identity—perfect for those seeking a quieter pace without sacrificing convenience.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$71,473
Average: $88,031
Education
7,546
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
14,842
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Northport has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
37%
Non-Renters
63%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
23%
Other Education
77%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Northport, AL is $899 for a studio, $997 for one bedroom, $1,180 for two bedrooms, and $1,336 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Northport has increased by 1.7% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$997/month
704 Sq Ft
House
$1,930/month
1,098 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Northport, AL is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
607 Students
Faucett-Vestavia Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
357 Students
Huntington Place Elementary School
Public
Grades K-5
350 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
436 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
760 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
405 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
878 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
242 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
Public
Grades 9-12
494 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,545 Students
Public
Grades PK-12
242 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Children's Hands-On Museum
- Lake Lurleen State Park
- Alabama Museum of Natural History
- University of Alabama Arboretum
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.